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Lufthansa quietly updated its snub-nosed rules for the cargo hold this week — worth catching before you book. Here's what I wish someone had told me about LH: dogs are welcome in the cabin under a strict weight cap, but the reservations desk needs you 72 hours ahead. Read on for the fee, crate and paperwork specifics before you lock the ticket.
Lufthansa's pet policy splits into cabin and cargo. This page summarizes the weight limits, fees, brachycephalic-breed restrictions, and carrier specifications for both modes — sourced from the airline's official pet pages.
How Lufthansa handles your pet
Each fact comes straight from the operator’s published policy. Tap the to read the exact wording; the opens the source page.
In the cabin✓ Accepted
In the hold / cargo✓ Accepted
Snub-nosed breedsAccepted
Cabin policy
Pets accepted✓ Acceptedverified 2026-09-11
Snub-nosed breeds banned✓ Noverified 2026-09-11
Snub-nosed breeds list
Affenpinscher
American Bully
Bulldogs (all breeds except American bulldogs)
Pug (all breeds)
American Pit Bull Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
Boston Terrier
Boxer
Brussels Griffon
Bull Mastiff
Bull Terrier (Miniature Bull Terrier excluded)
Chow Chow
English Toy Spaniel
Japanese Chin
Japanese Spaniel
King Charles Spaniel
Lhasa Apso
Pekinese
Pit Bull
Shar Pei
Shih Tzu
Tibetan Spaniel
verified 2026-09-11
Minimum age12 weeksverified 2026-09-11
Advance booking notice72 hoursverified 2026-09-11
Advance booking required✓ Yesverified 2026-09-11
Max pets per passenger2verified 2026-07-20
Min age weeks12 weeksverified 2026-09-11
Pregnant animals accepted✗ Noverified 2026-07-15
Carrier size55 × 40 × 23 cmverified 2026-09-11
Max weight (pet + crate)8 kgverified 2026-08-16
Crate must have/besoft-sided ok, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, a carrierverified 2026-09-11
Cargo: Crate must have/behard-sided ok, water bowl, ventilated, IATA-compliant, absorbent liner, a carrierverified 2026-08-28
Other rules
Minimum age12 weeksverified 2026-07-15
Max pets per passenger2verified 2026-07-15
Pregnant animals accepted✗ Noverified 2026-07-15
Lufthansa's cabin desk requires the reservation to reach them at least 72 hours before departure — miss the window and the animal cannot board with the passenger. Add the booking call to the pre-flight checklist the same day the ticket is issued. Confirm the routing code in writing so the 72-hour trigger is not counted from an inbound leg.
Lufthansa marks the snub-nosed breed restriction as required for cabin travel — flat-faced dogs and cats cannot ride in the cabin at all. Check the breed against the LH prohibited list before purchasing the passenger ticket. If the dog appears on the list, the reservation must be rebooked onto a carrier that accepts brachycephalic pets in cabin.
The cargo brachy ban value for Lufthansa changed from 'None' to 'True'. Verify against the latest official source.
Lufthansa lists the cargo one-way fare at 350 USD per pet — that covers only the hold slot, not the crate, vet paperwork, or airport handling. Budget the fee against a return trip if the animal will fly back within twelve months. Pay the 350 USD line item directly to Lufthansa when the booking desk confirms the reservation number.
Cooper has flown Lufthansa cargo twice, and the trip works if you respect the 72-hour desk window and the snub-nosed rules on both cabin and cargo. Line up the vet appointment, weigh the crate, and lock in the return fare early. Then let Pawgo assemble your Lufthansa timeline into a personalized plan so nothing sneaks up on you at check-in.
ISO 11784/11785 — the universal microchip standard.
FAVN
Fluorescent Antibody Virus Neutralization — a rabies serology test required by rabies-free destinations.
Brachycephalic
Snub-nosed breeds (French Bulldogs, Pugs, Persians, Himalayans) with restricted airline acceptance due to heat-stress risk.
AVIH
Animal Vehicle In Hold — IATA's term for cargo pet shipment, with fees that vary by carrier and route.
What changed recently
The rule for a requirement changed from 'None' to 'True'. Plan accordingly.
Auto-generated from verified data · Last updated: August 29, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my dog in the cabin on Lufthansa?
Yes, Lufthansa allows dogs in the cabin. Your pet and carrier combined must weigh under 8 kg. For your specific pet's eligibility, check Pawgo at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Does Lufthansa allow brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breeds?
What are the pet carrier size limits for Lufthansa?
The cabin carrier limit on Lufthansa is 55 x 40 x 23 cm (L x W x H). Exact limits vary by aircraft. Compute your carrier fit at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Can I ship my dog as cargo on Lufthansa?
Yes, Lufthansa offers cargo pet transport. Confirm the carrier's specific crate and documentation requirements with the airline directly before booking. Get the full details at www.pawgo.fr.Build my pet's travel plan →
Can snub-nosed (brachycephalic) breeds fly Lufthansa?
Snub-nosed breeds such as bulldogs, pugs and Persian cats are not accepted in the cabin.Build my pet's travel plan →
How far in advance must I book my pet on Lufthansa?
Add your pet to the booking at least 72 hours before departure — do it when you book the ticket, not at the airport.Build my pet's travel plan →
What if my flight is delayed past my health certificate validity?
If the certificate window expires before you board, you'll need a re-issue. Build a 1-2 day buffer between the cert date and departure to absorb minor delays.Build my pet's travel plan →
What happens if I forget a document?
At the destination airport: at best, an extended inspection while you produce backup; at worst, the pet is held in quarantine or returned to origin at your cost. Bring printed copies.Build my pet's travel plan →
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